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Benahavis wildfire under control as residents return home

September 19, 2026

Benahavis wildfire under control as residents return home

Wildfire Benahavis is under control, and residents are returning home. Plan INFOCA declared the fire…

Electric Scooter Riders in Spain Warned of €1,220 Fines and Accident Compensation Claims of Up to €500,000

September 18, 2026

Electric Scooter Riders in Spain Warned of €1,220 Fines and Accident Compensation Claims of Up to €500,000

Most of Spain’s e-scooters nonetheless aren’t registered, and OCU warns the hole is cost…

WATCH: Torrential storms batter jap Spain – Airports divert flights and trains and roads are lower off in Barcelona and Valencia

September 18, 2026

WATCH: Torrential storms batter jap Spain – Airports divert flights and trains and roads are lower off in Barcelona and Valencia

TORRENTIAL storms have battered Spain’s jap shoreline, diverting flights, flooding roads and s…

Petrol just broke €2 a litre in Spain, and 11 straight weeks of rises say it won’t stop there

September 17, 2026

Petrol just broke €2 a litre in Spain, and 11 straight weeks of rises say it won’t stop there

Some forecourts are now charging more than €100 to fill a family car, and the €2-a-litre mark has al…

Gang violence spills onto Malaga streets again as woman arrested after man is gunned down in apparent ‘settling of scores’

September 15, 2026

Gang violence spills onto Malaga streets again as woman arrested after man is gunned down in apparent ‘settling of scores’

A man in his 40s was shot in the chest on Monday in Zalea. This is a small hamlet located in the mun…

Residents return home as the wildfire at Benahavis calms down after it has burned more than 300 ha.

September 14, 2026

Residents return home as the wildfire at Benahavis calms down after it has burned more than 300 ha.

Heavy helicopters dropped water in the largest operation of the year. Credit: Infoca X After a diffi…

UPDATE – Benahavis fire still active despite 50 residents being evacuated. Village told to stay inside

September 14, 2026

UPDATE – Benahavis fire still active despite 50 residents being evacuated. Village told to stay inside

Aerial firefighting over Benahavis Michael Bradbury The wildfire that is threatening Benahavis conti…

Estepona traffic camera set to surpass 400 as police car scans each plate

September 13, 2026

Estepona traffic camera set to surpass 400 as police car scans each plate

Estepona council has put over a €900,000 contract out to bidders The majority of the smart cameras w…

WATCH: Major wildfire erupts in Benahavis – emergency alert sent as residents urged to stay indoors

September 13, 2026

WATCH: Major wildfire erupts in Benahavis – emergency alert sent as residents urged to stay indoors

Wildfires of a DANGEROUS nature have erupted in the hills surrounding Benahavis near Marbella, promp…

Why So Few Americans Living Abroad Vote – and How to Cast Your Ballot from Spain

September 10, 2026

Why So Few Americans Living Abroad Vote – and How to Cast Your Ballot from Spain

There are millions of Americans living overseas, and a large community is located in southern Spain.…

Costa del Sol

Andalucia homeowners can now claim back up to 65% of the cost of energy-saving home improvements

October 23, 2026 Comments Off on Andalucia homeowners can now claim back up to 65% of the cost of energy-saving home improvements

Applications for the €20.77 million scheme open today, and work started since May 2025 can …
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More flights ahead: easyJet adds UK and France routes from Malaga

October 23, 2026 Comments Off on More flights ahead: easyJet adds UK and France routes from Malaga
Luxury gym instructor ‘broke in to Costa del Sol villa to tie up his wealthy businessman client, choke him out and steal his Aston Martin’

October 19, 2026 Comments Off on Luxury gym instructor ‘broke in to Costa del Sol villa to tie up his wealthy businessman client, choke him out and steal his Aston Martin’
Two arrested: Motril cable thefts leave streets in darkness

October 19, 2026 Comments Off on Two arrested: Motril cable thefts leave streets in darkness
Costa del Sol braces for torrential rain as AEMET issues yellow warnings ahead of weekend deluge

October 16, 2026 Comments Off on Costa del Sol braces for torrential rain as AEMET issues yellow warnings ahead of weekend deluge

Crimes & Law

Around 100 detained after Barcelona protest turns violent

October 25, 2026 Comments Off on Around 100 detained after Barcelona protest turns violent

A youth protest in central Barcelona ended with looting, fires and clashes with the Mossos d’Esquadra on Saturday night, leaving around 100 people detained and several injured.
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Man arrested in Teba after knife threat on A-367

October 24, 2026 Comments Off on Man arrested in Teba after knife threat on A-367
Danish man held in Mijas after grenade found in belongings

October 24, 2026 Comments Off on Danish man held in Mijas after grenade found in belongings

Travel

‘We’ve found gold’: Belgian builders strike €9m treasure hidden behind cellar wall

August 14, 2026 Comments Off on ‘We’ve found gold’: Belgian builders strike €9m treasure hidden behind cellar wall

Demolition crew unearths €9m gold hoard bricked into cellar wall in Belgium. Credit: Lokale Politie …
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Costa Blanca South 13 – 19 August 2026 Issue 2145

August 13, 2026 Comments Off on Costa Blanca South 13 – 19 August 2026 Issue 2145
Beach hacks that parents swear by to make their sandy days stress-free

July 29, 2026 Comments Off on Beach hacks that parents swear by to make their sandy days stress-free

Business Updates

The things international students often underestimate when moving to Spain

The issues worldwide college students typically underestimate when shifting to Spain

September 10, 2026

Europe built the world’s greatest sports brands. Did it forget to protect the supply chains behind them?

Europe constructed the world’s best sports activities manufacturers. Did it overlook to guard the availability chains behind them?

September 10, 2026

How UK small businesses are meeting the demand for always-on customer service

Small businesses in the UK are embracing 24/7 customer service

July 23, 2026

Future of European banking: Tech trends to watch

The Future of European Banking: Technology Trends to Watch

June 12, 2026

Building New York’s EV future starts with building the workforce

Constructing New York’s EV future begins with constructing the workforce

June 10, 2026

What Is an LEI code and does your business need one?

What Is an LEI code and does your corporation want one?

June 4, 2026

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Sport

WATCH: Spanish man becomes fastest skateboarder in history after hitting almost 152km/h down Canadian mountain road

October 22, 2026 Comments Off on WATCH: Spanish man becomes fastest skateboarder in history after hitting almost 152km/h down Canadian mountain road

The two-time downhill world champion smashed a record that had stood since 2017.
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Mourinho makes a good point in latest real unfairness diatribe

October 21, 2026 Comments Off on Mourinho makes a good point in latest real unfairness diatribe
Spain jails Qatari sheikh’s son over collapse of Malaga CF – but father and two brothers remain on the run

October 15, 2026 Comments Off on Spain jails Qatari sheikh’s son over collapse of Malaga CF – but father and two brothers remain on the run
Netflix will show every 2030 World Cup game in Spain: how to watch

October 14, 2026 Comments Off on Netflix will show every 2030 World Cup game in Spain: how to watch
Mallorca rally cancelled after German driver is killed in ravine horror plunge during a rally in Serra de Tramuntana

October 11, 2026 Comments Off on Mallorca rally cancelled after German driver is killed in ravine horror plunge during a rally in Serra de Tramuntana

Health

The issues worldwide college students typically underestimate when shifting to Spain

September 10, 2026 Comments Off on The issues worldwide college students typically underestimate when shifting to Spain

Discovering appropriate lodging can take extra time than you anticipate Housing is likely one of …
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Europe constructed the world’s best sports activities manufacturers. Did it overlook to guard the availability chains behind them?

September 10, 2026 Comments Off on Europe constructed the world’s best sports activities manufacturers. Did it overlook to guard the availability chains behind them?
Small businesses in the UK are embracing 24/7 customer service

July 23, 2026 Comments Off on Small businesses in the UK are embracing 24/7 customer service
The Future of European Banking: Technology Trends to Watch

June 12, 2026 Comments Off on The Future of European Banking: Technology Trends to Watch
Constructing New York’s EV future begins with constructing the workforce

June 10, 2026 Comments Off on Constructing New York’s EV future begins with constructing the workforce

When it takes more than ‘bueno, bonito y barato’ to sell a house to an international client

October 22, 2026 Comments Off on When it takes more than ‘bueno, bonito y barato’ to sell a house to an international client

International property negotiations can stumble over cultural expectations, says a Costa del Sol agent who …
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EXCLUSIVE: ‘We are being robbed’ – inside the Granada tent city where housing protesters inspired by Maricarmen vow to stay until rents fall

October 18, 2026 Comments Off on EXCLUSIVE: ‘We are being robbed’ – inside the Granada tent city where housing protesters inspired by Maricarmen vow to stay until rents fall
Thousands of British homeowners in Spain reclaim millions over abusive mortgage clauses – Find out who may qualify

October 15, 2026 Comments Off on Thousands of British homeowners in Spain reclaim millions over abusive mortgage clauses – Find out who may qualify
Spain’s long-term rental home listings plunge 44% since 2018 – and 83% in Barcelona

October 9, 2026 Comments Off on Spain’s long-term rental home listings plunge 44% since 2018 – and 83% in Barcelona
‘Not about ideology, but about humanity’: PM Sanchez revives rejected housing reforms just one day after calling snap election

October 6, 2026 Comments Off on ‘Not about ideology, but about humanity’: PM Sanchez revives rejected housing reforms just one day after calling snap election

WATCH: Spanish man becomes fastest skateboarder in history after hitting almost 152km/h down Canadian mountain road

October 22, 2026 Comments Off on WATCH: Spanish man becomes fastest skateboarder in history after hitting almost 152km/h down Canadian mountain road

The two-time downhill world champion smashed a record that had stood since 2017.
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Mourinho makes a good point in latest real unfairness diatribe

October 21, 2026 Comments Off on Mourinho makes a good point in latest real unfairness diatribe
Spain jails Qatari sheikh’s son over collapse of Malaga CF – but father and two brothers remain on the run

October 15, 2026 Comments Off on Spain jails Qatari sheikh’s son over collapse of Malaga CF – but father and two brothers remain on the run
Netflix will show every 2030 World Cup game in Spain: how to watch

October 14, 2026 Comments Off on Netflix will show every 2030 World Cup game in Spain: how to watch
Mallorca rally cancelled after German driver is killed in ravine horror plunge during a rally in Serra de Tramuntana

October 11, 2026 Comments Off on Mallorca rally cancelled after German driver is killed in ravine horror plunge during a rally in Serra de Tramuntana

‘We’ve found gold’: Belgian builders strike €9m treasure hidden behind cellar wall

August 14, 2026 Comments Off on ‘We’ve found gold’: Belgian builders strike €9m treasure hidden behind cellar wall

Demolition crew unearths €9m gold hoard bricked into cellar wall in Belgium. Credit: Lokale Politie …
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Costa Blanca South 13 – 19 August 2026 Issue 2145

August 13, 2026 Comments Off on Costa Blanca South 13 – 19 August 2026 Issue 2145
Beach hacks that parents swear by to make their sandy days stress-free

July 29, 2026 Comments Off on Beach hacks that parents swear by to make their sandy days stress-free
Palma Airport strikes as walkouts by ground staff threaten to disrupt holidays

July 26, 2026 Comments Off on Palma Airport strikes as walkouts by ground staff threaten to disrupt holidays
EastEnders’ Tracy-Ann Oberman was denied boarding on a flight to Spain. This is a detail that you should check before traveling.

July 11, 2026 Comments Off on EastEnders’ Tracy-Ann Oberman was denied boarding on a flight to Spain. This is a detail that you should check before traveling.

Spain braces for 100km/h gusts and 10-metre waves as the polar jet stream arrives Wednesday October 21

October 23, 2026 Comments Off on Spain braces for 100km/h gusts and 10-metre waves as the polar jet stream arrives Wednesday October 21

Gales threaten northern Spain as 30C stays possible on the coast: this week’s weather splits …
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SPECIAL MULTIMEDIA INVESTIGATION: Inside Spain’s wildfires and the factors that drove them to destroy an area the size of Mallorca in 2026

October 22, 2026 Comments Off on SPECIAL MULTIMEDIA INVESTIGATION: Inside Spain’s wildfires and the factors that drove them to destroy an area the size of Mallorca in 2026
DANA Adam floods trap residents in Oliva as 2,000 evacuated from campsites UPDATED

October 19, 2026 Comments Off on DANA Adam floods trap residents in Oliva as 2,000 evacuated from campsites UPDATED
Body of woman swept away by flooded stream near Barcelona found at sea

October 18, 2026 Comments Off on Body of woman swept away by flooded stream near Barcelona found at sea
Spain’s warm weather begins to come to an end as temperatures set to plunge

October 16, 2026 Comments Off on Spain’s warm weather begins to come to an end as temperatures set to plunge

Latest Updates

Spain’s pet owners face fines of up to €200,000 for animal welfare offences

October 17, 2026 Comments Off on Spain’s pet owners face fines of up to €200,000 for animal welfare offences

Serious infringements carry fines of €10,001 to €50,000. Photo credit: Pavel_Klimenko/Shutterstock Unfortunately, it is not unusual here in Spain to find dogs left outside in gardens, on terraces or tied up in exposed areas, sometimes without proper shelter from the scorching summer sun or winter rain. For anyone who has worried about a neighbour’s dog panting in the heat with …

Costa del Sol braces for torrential rain as AEMET issues yellow warnings ahead of weekend deluge

October 16, 2026 Comments Off on Costa del Sol braces for torrential rain as AEMET issues yellow warnings ahead of weekend deluge

Sunday and Monday will bring the worst of the weather, with Ronda and Antequera under yellow alerts as the storm moves in on Saturday.

Estepona to host Andalucia’s top climbers in a two-day race up the wall

October 16, 2026 Comments Off on Estepona to host Andalucia’s top climbers in a two-day race up the wall

Helmets on, ropes checked, eyes fixed on the top. Climbers of every age, from under-9s to veterans, are heading to Estepona on October 24 and 25 to compete for Andalucian titles. What is happening? Andalucia’s Lead Climbing Championship is coming to Estepona climbing wall, as the second point of three rounds in the 2026 Andalucian Cup, running 2 full days, …

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Wildfire Benahavis is under control, and residents are returning home. Plan INFOCA declared the fire…

Most of Spain’s e-scooters nonetheless aren’t registered, and OCU warns the hole is cost…

TORRENTIAL storms have battered Spain’s jap shoreline, diverting flights, flooding roads and s…

Some forecourts are now charging more than €100 to fill a family car, and the €2-a-litre mark has al…

A man in his 40s was shot in the chest on Monday in Zalea. This is a small hamlet located in the mun…

Heavy helicopters dropped water in the largest operation of the year. Credit: Infoca X After a diffi…

Aerial firefighting over Benahavis Michael Bradbury The wildfire that is threatening Benahavis conti…

Estepona council has put over a €900,000 contract out to bidders The majority of the smart cameras w…

Wildfires of a DANGEROUS nature have erupted in the hills surrounding Benahavis near Marbella, promp…

There are millions of Americans living overseas, and a large community is located in southern Spain.…

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